Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–July 21, 2009. U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan issued the following statement on the release of the National Center for Education Statistics report A Profile of Successful Pell Grant Recipients: Time to Bachelor’s Degree and Early Graduate School Enrollment. Today’s report shows that nearly 40 percent of students[Read More…]
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DOL Announces $220 Million Competition to Fund Programs That Prepare Workers for Careers in Health Care Industry
TOPEKA, Kan.–(ENEWSPF)–July 21, 2009. During a visit to the Shawnee County Community Health Center as a stop on the Obama administration’s Rural Tour, Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis today announced a $220 million competition to fund projects that prepare workers for careers in the health care and other high[Read More…]
High Marks for the City of Chicago Treasurer’s Small Business Expo
Chicago, IL–(ENEWSPF)– This past Friday, Stephanie Neely, the City Treasurer of Chicago, hosted the Eight Annual Small Business Expo at the UIC Forum. The expo held up to its reputation of being a premier event for connecting small businesses to success. With over 30 workshops in both English and Spanish,[Read More…]
Pets to Breathe Easier in Park Forest
Invisible Fence of Chicagoland donated oxygen recovery masks for pets to the Park Forest Fire Department. (Photo: NIH) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– The Park Forest Fire Department recently received a donation that will help prevent pets from falling victim to smoke inhalation due to fire. Invisible Fence of Chicagoland donated oxygen[Read More…]
Park Forest Police Credit Crime Free Housing Ordinance with Marked Drop in Calls for Service
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– The Park Forest Police Department credits the Village’s Crime Free Housing Ordinance with a marked drop in calls for service in 2009 compared to 2008. According to Chief Thomas Fleming, as of the July 19, 2009 neighborhood meeting at Hope Lutheran Church, police have seen 1,800 fewer[Read More…]
PF Colt Team Wins Sectional Title in Pony National Tournament
Park Forest Colts are 2009 Section Champs. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– For only the second time in PF Baseball history, the Colt team has won the sectional title in the Pony National Tournament. On Sunday, July 19th, Rich East was the site of the championship game in the sectional[Read More…]
Matteson SD 162 to Consider Many Personnel Matters Tuesday
Matteson, IL–(ENEWSPF)– The Matteson District 162 School Board of Education will meet on July 21, 2009, beginning at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room. Items on the agenda include some personell matters. The board will consider approval of the following: Amanda Carter, 4th grade teacher at Indiana School, effective August[Read More…]
Marian Catholic Prepares for 20th Endowment Golf Classic
(Photo Supplied) Chicago Heights, IL–(ENEWSPF)– The Marian Catholic Endowment Golf Classic committee makes final plans for the 20th annual event on Monday, Aug. 17 at Flossmoor and Idlewild Country Clubs. Committee members include (seated, L-R) Rick Thiernau, Mark Peifer ’81, Greg Underwood, Carlo Gozzi ’00, Sandy Sweeney and Gail Young.[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of July 20, 2009
Members of PAAC in front of a helicopter that landed for them last week. (Photo: ENEWSPF) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– With school supplies replacing the gardening supplies at many area stores, there’s no doubt that summer is quickly drawing to a close. Don’t put off participating in Park Forest’s many activities[Read More…]
Managing Park Forest Week of July 20, 2009
Main Street Nights continue in Park Forest, featuring Cold Blooded Creatures last week. (Photo: ENEWSPF) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Park Forest’s elected officials, management and staff continue to be busy with current projects and events along with future planning. Village Board Summer Meeting Schedule Park Forest residents are reminded that the[Read More…]
